Packaged nicely in a tinier than the picture black lush like tub, the tub is a brilliant add on to my vanity! Sturdy and expensive looking, this tub only costs about INR 499/- and they have an INR 3.81/- charge for delivery which I must say is super cheap!

The texture and consistency of Ryaal Mr.Beans Coffee Scrub is just perfect!

The tub is smaller than it looks in the picture on Amazon but you need very little of this potent formula. It boasts of Arabica Coffee which is one of the best and comes from Ethiopia. It is not only a great scrub and mask but the high fatty acid content in these beans is excellent for treating uneven texture of skin. Leaves it soft and supple! The caffeine helps with evening the skin tone and tightening and toning the skin. There are other magical ingredients like Kaolin clay which is a power house of benefits for our skin. It is known to detoxify and purify pores, heal irritated skin and reduce excess oil production. Mr. Beans Organic Coffee Scrub also has Fuller’s Earth or Multani Mitti which helps with acne, remove scars and renders elasticity to skin!

The perfect scrub for all your skin needs!

The texture is coarse and a peanut size dollop is enough for a decent every other day face scrub, a half tablespoon will be enough for a plenty mask. The fragrance is of strong coffee and I find the vanilla drowns in that! The scrub feels super good on the face and rinses off initially leaving a coffee stain on the skin and once you rinse it off, skin actually feels tighter, and a tingling feeling remains for about 15 minutes. Then on the skin is so good that you don’t need to wear makeup! No kidding! The Coffee scrubs, the Kaolin and Fuller’s Earth tone and moisturised. Result is a toned, younger looking, beautiful skin that remains soft all day long!

There are two kinds of people in the world. Actors and Non-Actors. Amongst Actors, there are two kinds in the realm, the happy face and the sad.

The sad faces that you see are those who are bogged down by the tough times, reality hits them in the face and they fight. They fight tough wars and that’s what makes them the sad faces that show and tell their stories. They don’t try to sugar coat things, they know what they’re talking about and are serious. The ones most may turn to for advice or counsel. The wise cracks. Mostly found in the corner of a room, head of a table, ahead of the others actually or mentally, the judges. Those who carry the weight of the world!

And then there are those that carry the weight of two worlds – their own and the others’.These are the happy faces, they’re not people with no troubles, no unpaid bills, no heartache, no insecurities or no stress. They’re the people who just worry more about another’s bad day, another’s worry about their unpaid bill or stress or I’ll health. They smile so another could smile, they are the ones tagged non-serious, unprofessional and class clowns because they’re actually brilliant actors who care. Who care to smile through the glistening tears that swell up their hearts. Found in the center of the room, center of the stage, center of a show or center of people’s hearts!

It is up to each one of us to choose to be either or these actors or be a little of both; because I lied… There are no Non-Actors in this world!

AuraVedic Beauty has yet again created a wonderous product in the form of Skin Lightening Oil. I have been using this one in place of all my other oils and I must say I am impressed enough to dedicate a blog to it!

Most of these ingredients have been known in Ayurveda for decreasing melanin and inturn helping boost a natural glow in our skin! The texture of this oil is super light and I have been using two drops of it under my makeup for a week and I have the same results as my bio oil just more benefits and no chemicals! No Parabens/ SLS make sure a long term beauty benefit!

The Glow is unreal! Using 2 drops under my makeup!

USE and RESULTS : I use it daily at night before my moisturiser and after toning my face. It instantly makes my skin supple and soft but the best part is the glow in the morning. It takes 4 to 5 days to bring out a change but it is worth it! It doesn’t leave skin oily at all even in monsoons but I wouldn’t recommend if you have acne prone skin!It retails at just INR 225/- when you buy it from Amazon!

]]>https://sherryoscope.wordpress.com/2017/09/26/my-new-holy-grail-skin-oil/feed/8wp-image-1751192316sherryoscopeAuraVedic Beauty ReviewAuraVedic Beauty ReviewAuraVedic Skin Lightening Oil ReviewMakeup Beauty Reviews​Masking in the glory of skin deep beauty!https://sherryoscope.wordpress.com/2017/09/13/%e2%80%8bmasking-in-the-glory-of-skin-deep-beauty/
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Makeup, sun, free radicles, pollution and stress take their toll on our skin on a daily basis and it doesn’t shout it breaks out in rebellion which is worse! Fret not for there now is a solution!AuraVedic Anti Blemish Face Mask Review

I have been a huge fan of skin care products that do not burn a hole in my pocket and give me results naturally! Lately, my skin has been loving the twice a week @auravedic_beauty Anti Blemish – Skin Clear Mask. A decently priced product at INR 400, it retails for INR 315 on Flipkart.The Ingredients

Ingredients : It is their own proprietary​ all natural blend of Neem, Tea Tree and Basil which is based in a clay consistency. There are other gem ingredients like Turmeric, Amla, Jojoba Oil, Coconut oil, Aloe Vera and Papaya.Use : Cleanse the face with a mild suitable cleanser and Pat semi dry. Spread the mask avoiding eyes and mouth and your done! The Consistency is thick but feels light on the face!

Benefits : Immediately, the skin feels cooled, calm and moisturised. The mask doesn’t dry to a tugging level and you can still smile comfortably after half an hour! That is brilliant as the ones that dry cause wrinkles easily! Long term benefits are visibly reduces sun spots, tanning is definitely decreased. Skin feels supple and radiant almost like a facial. After washing off the face mask – 5th Use.

Verdict : I have used this product for two weeks and have noticed that it is slow but steady in delivering what it promises! Must try for those with a combination skin! It is a gem of a product. It will also appeal to those who have sensitive and little bumpy monsoon acne. Buy Now!!!

There is a charm that Surajkund has which not many areas of Delhi offer! The foothills of Aravali range form the surrounding scenic beauty to the beautiful edifice the Vivanta by Taj, Surajkund is! Ambience : Contemporary Luxury with Splashes of quirky colorful art.
The atrium design opens in the heart that is a green lawn with a tall fountain in the midst of it all. Most suite rooms open their balconies to this view so does their coffeeshop Oasis which offers outdoor seating – This is a blissful place in the evenings as they light it up with the fountain in full bloom! The decor complete with Italian shiny marble and luxurious furniture is minimalistic yet exuberant.Rooms : Spacious rooms with ergonomic designs and super comfortable beds.

I have stayed here twice, both times in the suites. They’re well arranged, delectably decorated and offer a lounge apart from a walk in wardrobe, a bathtub and a separate shower in the bath and a balcony that offers ample sun and a beautiful view! Higher the better! Amenities by Taking are excellent, you will not need to carry your own!Service : Deferrential staff going beyond Standard Procedures

Being from hospitality background myself, I leave no point unnoticed when it comes to service. I have found that during both my stays I have been impeccably impressed by the team at Tak Vivanta. This time the star of my stay was Charul, who has hospitality ingrained in her soul! She is courteous, forthcoming and intelligent. She has keen observation and went out of her way to make our stay enjoyable! The other notable team members include Jackson, Naveen at the front desk and Manish at Oasis. They all make you experience ‘Tajness’ by going an extra mile for your smile!

Food : Epicurean delight!

Kudos to the kitchen team at Taj for always getting it right! I have been to Oasis a number of times now and I absolutely love the food there. Not only do they have a la’ carte but also a buffet for Breakfast Lunch and Dinner. My favorites here are the Prawn Crystal Hakao Dimsums and the Chicken Quesadilla. The In Room Dining menu has me tempted for Pancakes and a must try is the Masala Omlette with Bacon and a hundred good things! TIPS :

Rooms on higher floor have a better farther view.

The 2nd floor rooms are closest to the fountain and swimming pool!

The spa is worth the spend.

Must go for a drive in the foothills even if you don’t have a destination.GALLERY

The Suite LoungeWho minds an extra stocked Minibar ?!

Grilled Piri Piri Chicken SizzlerOur Breakfast Served! ( Still in the hotbox but the table is so pretty!)Best Omlette ever!

If you’re a typical delhiite, you’d think of an evening out as drinks, dancing and hooting people. The Jungle Cafe is going to change your perception! This is a place, you actually come to unwind. Dress your best ’cause this ain’t no place for them pajamas unless they’re couture. Style and status bar rides high here as no stone has been left unturned for creating a beautiful ambience. With outdoors, indoors and a 1st floor level seating area that serves some of the biggest and best hookahs, this Cafe is going to grow on you as you fade the night away till 4am!

Food here surpassed my expectations! I was limited to eating Vegetarian this time but I had so many options I was surprised! The best was the Malai Chaamp and the Paneer Dimsums. The Malai Chaamp was soft and wrapped in rich cream delicately spiced to perfection. The Paneer Dimsums as well as the Vegetarian Dimsums were no less than gourmet quality. Thin sheets with adequate stuffing spiced and salted perfectly. The Mushroom Tikka is a delight with mushrooms stacked together tightly ensuring a crispier than usual bite. Try out the Thai Curry in the mains, I personally loved the red Thai Curry alot with rice. Amongst other epic dishes which we enjoyed were Butter Chicken, Daal Makhni and Chicken Tikka. The food in all is a high point of the place.

The shakes here are duh’liciouss! Loved the Strawberry Cheesecake to death. I do wish that their mocktail get some rework as all of them almost are similar but the team ensured they’re working on it so we should be good there!

Hookahs here are all tall and swanky so there is no chance of you ending up with a tiny bubble ball as your next table flaunts their kingly edifice. I always found this sad so I really enjoyed the royalty with which all hookahs here are huge and have the perfect smoke and flavor with attentive hookah brigade. I personally enjoy the Commissioner the most so I stuck to it but the Pan Mint was nice and cool without having stuck my throat in the chest. The hookah is made in house and is one of the best in Delhi without a doubt!
I’ll be surely seen hanging out here post parties soon!
Xoxo

The girl in a clockwork glass ball falls for the little kid who winds her up to see her dance. He is for her the source of joy, an unknown science of energy that makes her dance with utmost desire to impress. He is a dream, an awakening of a self she had long lost.

A girl had fallen in love with the little boy who looked at her as if she was the most beautiful thing in the world. Alas! A thing she was..

Years passed as the boy grew up to be a handsome lad and yet his favourite doll stayed important to him until the day came when he no longer needed the glass doll as he had a real one!

And yet she smiled through blinding tears as she danced for them. Her love knew not the bounds of possession. She loved him. She loved him happy even more!

Xoxo

Sherry

]]>https://sherryoscope.wordpress.com/2017/09/08/lost-love/feed/0wp-image-875081592.sherryoscopeLove story The Truth about Keratin Hair Treatment!https://sherryoscope.wordpress.com/2017/09/06/the-truth-about-keratin-hair-treatment/
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(Before and After pictures at the end of the blog!)

To describe my hair before the treatment – Rough, Damaged and Brittle. After a lot of coloring and chemicals, my hair was a mess and honestly my salon specialist Daksh at Revive Salon, Faridabad did suggest the treatment a lot of times. I researched day and night about the pros and cons before finally giving in my deposit for the appointment!

What is Keratin?

In the simplest terms, it is the hair protein that our hair is built of. It is the building block that we lose to damage by color, chemicals and blow drying to name a few pains we make our hair go through!

The Process

The process begins with a thorough shampoo to remove any possible dirt and grime from your hair shafts. A processing shampoo is used to gently scrub the scalp free of oils to prep for the Keratin treatment.

Then your hair is dried and each strand is coated with the Keratin solution to ensure each inch of the hair is evenly coated in the mixture. Post this application, hair is blow dried and then ironed to help the keratin penetrate deep into the hair. This takes about 3 to 4 hours for below shoulder length. There are a lot fumes that irritate your breathing and you must cover your nose as much as possible!

The Wait

If you thought the process of around 4 hours was tedious, then you have to know that the wait period before a shampoo and final straightening is for 48 hours at the least. The solution is left on your hair and your movements are restricted for about 2 to 3 days. Sleeping was the most difficult part of the day because I’m used to sleeping on my stomach or my side.

Finale

The finale includes a thorough wash and straightening hair for one last time. The results are impeccably shiny, silly soft celebrity-like hair! I must say that the whole struggle is paid off in full once you see your brand new poster hair! The damage is cured but a teeny tiny trim of the ends makes it even better!Pros

+ Shiny, sleek and frizz free hair

+ Faster Styling and blow drying

+ Low maintenance as per time taken.

+ No need of oiling or hair spas for a month or more

+Great for office goers, reduces time take to get ready Cons

– Expensive Treatment

– Claims of being carcenogenic are scary

– On my hair, stayed only for one month

– Hair is left worse than before once the treatment wears off making it necessary the second time around.

– Only specific Shampoo and Conditioner to be used which is expensive too

– Hair becomes straightVerdict

Keratin treatment, like a lot of other cosmetic treatments is not a health supplement, it is a ‘chemical’ treatment after all. I recommend consulting a doctor and a tried and tested expert before going on with this. I loved the results till they lasted and my hair was dream like for the period I had Keratin but I feel it is not worth all the money given the fact that it washes off leaving hair worse that they were to begin with and also, the Cancer threat is not worth taking this risk!

Get Hair spas, eat Biotin tablets and use DIY Hair Masks and I’m sure hair can get better without this chemical therapy! For any query, as always feel free to leave a comment !!Xoxo

I sat in a coal mine dusty and full of grime. Thinking to myself I am a coal standing the test of time. There came a boy with no qualms and full of joy. He lovingly picked me up and looked at me the way I’d never been looked at before. He took me away from the dusty bay.
He brushed, he washed, he scrubbed and sometimes cut me. I felt like running away. But then the day came when he finally clutched me in a tight cage of a shiny metal which was tough to adjust to.
I pained inside and looked up to God for an answer and saw admiring eyes of strangers. Every eye that passed on me looked somewhat like the glimmer of hope and wishes. They all wanted me for some reason, knowing not my struggle. Knowing the beauty I am now but nothing of the polished away scars that still were omnipresent.
They continue to love me and now the scars don’t show and they strangely don’t matter. As I sit in peace as a symbol of love in the air. I am a Solitaire!